Electrical Controls Engineer - Cincinnati Test Systems

CTS is looking to hire a Controls Engineer to run and support multi-million-dollar custom automation projects.

Cincinnati Test Systems is a leading expert in the design and manufacturing of custom automated test and measurement machinery. This is a mid-level position, capable of designing and troubleshooting complex electrical functions while working independently. The ideal candidate should be flexible and able to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies as required by custom specifications. The candidate must also have excellent verbal and communication skills with the ability to work on cross-functional/interdepartmental teams.

Controls Engineer Job Duties

• Responsible for design, commissioning, and programming of machinery through full project life cycle
• Design electrical and pneumatic systems for automation production environments
• Program from-scratch robust PLC and HMI applications to meet customer specifications
• Collaborate with customers to evaluate and understand specifications as they pertain to custom test equipment
• Hands on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and software issues for equipment debug
• Analyze collected data to determine performance and effectiveness of test equipment
• Help innovate new ideas to improve CTS as an OEM and great place to work

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering. 5+ years in related field. Alternatively, a Master of Science in electrical engineering degree +3 years of experience in a related field
• Experience designing and programming automated machinery
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in manufacturing and production environments
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and HMI programming

• Able to effectively manage time to ensure projects meet scheduled deadlines

• Strong understanding of machine safety and safe design practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in AutoCAD Electrical
• Experience programming a variety of PLCs such as Siemens, Automation Direct, Omron
• Experience with PC programming languages such as C++ and LabVIEW
• Experience with production environments in the medical and automotive sectors
• Knowledge of developing motion systems such as VFDs, servos, and robotic systems
• Experience working with vision systems such as Cognex and Keyence
• Familiar with production SCADA systems such as Ignition or Wonderware
• Familiar with design of hydraulic systems

Who we are:

Cincinnati Test Systems (CTS) is a world leader in today's market for high quality leak test instrumentation. With advanced designs, features and test algorithms, our leak detection equipment provides fast, reliable, and repeatable results for air leakage testing, gas leakage and any other leak test application. CTS serves several industries including Automotive, Consumer Goods, Powertrain, Energy, Medical and Military.

Backed by the strength of a diversified multibillion-dollar corporation, we offer excellent career opportunities, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefit packages. With our global presence, we look for qualified candidates to best serve our customers and to bring the best service and solutions to the marketplace. We are a growing world-class company offering career opportunities for a qualified candidate looking for the next step in their professional career.